Cetyl/Stearyl Alcohol Blend (C16-18) from China
Cetearyl alcohol is a blend of cetyl (C16) and stearyl (C18) alcohols, used as an opacifier and stabilizer in lotions and cosmetic bases. It contains the named alcohols of tariff item 2905.17.00 and, as a mixture of isomers or compounds, is classifiable under Chapter 29 Note 1(b) when the constituents are the named alcohols.
Duty Rate — China → Canada
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Import Tips
• Provide a certificate of analysis showing the exact proportions of cetyl and stearyl alcohols to confirm classification
• If the blend contains other alcohols (e.g
• myristyl), it may fall under a different tariff item
• Check if the product is subject to Canada's Cosmetic Regulations and requires a notification